Accountant

2 Days ago • 5 Years +

About the job

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What We Do

Managing Cyber Risk Together –As the world becomes increasingly connected, the demand for cybersecurity solutions has never been greater. Forescout stands at the forefront of this critical need, delivering automated cybersecurity that ensures continuous alignment between our customers’ security frameworks and their evolving digital environments. Our platform protects all asset types, including IT, IoT, OT, and IoMT, helping organisations navigate and secure the complexities of the modern connected world.

Join us in securing the world. We seek resourceful, driven individuals to collaborate as one team, delivering exceptional customer experiences. We’re passionate about tackling the toughest security challenges and staying ahead with innovative solutions. Here, every idea is valued, and visionaries are welcomed. Bring your unique perspective and help shape the future of cybersecurity with us

What You Will Do

The International GL Accountant role is a critical role within our accounting team and will be a part of our International Accounting Shared Services Operations. We are looking for a professional who can work cohesively to be part of a team that leads this organization into our next chapter: Extending our current systems and processes – infrastructure that has served our over 3,000+ customer base, across 70 countries and our over 1,000 employees at revenue levels exceeding $300 million annually—on to the next level: 1,000+ employees and annual revenues approaching $500M.

Key routine responsibilities of the role include working as part of a team in India who will bring the fixed assets and prepaid accounting of our ~20 subsidiaries in-house or establish from the scratch from various countries like UK, Germany, Ireland, France, Canada, Australia, Singapore, etc. and assist with day-to-day and month end close accounting operations for our subsidiaries. Ensuring compliance with the Company’s internal control procedures. This team will partner with the corporate accounting team to ensure maintaining the necessary infrastructure, compliance, various accounting standards (IFRAS, IGAAP etc.) and processes within our global operations.

Key non-routine responsibilities of the role include extending our current systems and processes to levels necessary to continue the Company’s rapid growth trajectory

The position will report to the Director, Accounting In India.

The candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to provide solutions for issues identified. The successful candidate is a competent individual with integrity, accountability, strong interpersonal skills, and a team player. The position requires a “hands on” person who is flexible, hard-working and able to work well under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform and Maintain end to end Fixed Assets accounting of our international entities in countries like, UK, Germany, Ireland, France, Canada, Australia, Singapore according to the local statutory books as well as parent entity’s requirements and accounting standards.
Handle new assets addition, retirement and monthly depreciation accounting, reconciliations and maintenance of fixed asset register as per required governing accounting standards
Establish a standardized process of Fixed assets purchase (Schedule of Authorizations, approval limits, Purchase Order approval matrix, etc.) to ensure seamless purchase accounting and document trail for future reference.
Coordinate with the corporate accounting team to ensure timeliness and accuracy of the subsidiary books for relevant balance sheet account.
Provide timely and accurate flux analysis.
Assist in performing periodic verification activities to outline discarded/redundant assets.
Adhere to the company’s policy for capitalization and recording Prepaid Assets.
Perform monthly amortization of prepaid assets accurately and maintain detailed schedules
Support on the assets tracking and tagging exercise for audit and tracking purposes.
Preparation and maintenance of itemized prepaid schedules to ensure proper record and accounting of prepaid items.
Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of relevant Schedules for financial statements
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Provide insights and explanations for variances in financial performance to aid in decision-making
Prepare documentation and support for internal and external audits.
Implement and supervise internal controls within the R2R process.

Desired Skills & Experience:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance.
5+ years’ experience in managing fixed assets and prepaid accounting with IFRS and IGAAP standards specifically in the tech industry.
Prior experience working with foreign subsidiaries, including intercompany accounting
Proficient with MS Excel.
System savvy and ability to work with different applications and databases; experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud, Concur and other cloud-based ERPs is a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the demonstrated ability to work independently, yet cooperatively and constructively, in a team environment.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

What Forescout Offers You

Our visionary leadership team fosters an environment that encourages professional growth and development. We champion a diverse and inclusive culture that cultivates collaboration and innovation, where our team can make a global impact on security while working with industry-leading technology. We take pride in offering a competitive total compensation package. If you have a strong work ethic, are visible and lean in, you will be recognised. We are in growth mode and there is a ton of opportunity at Forescout. Apply now to find out more!

More About Forescout

Forescout Technologies, Inc. delivers automated cybersecurity across the digital terrain, maintaining continuous alignment of customers’ security frameworks with their digital realities, including all asset types – IT, OT, IoT, IoMT. The Forescout Continuum Platform provides complete asset visibility, continuous compliance, network segmentation and a strong foundation for Zero Trust. For more than 20 years, Fortune 100 organisations and government agencies have trusted Forescout to provide automated cybersecurity at scale. Forescout arms customers with data-powered intelligence to accurately detect risks and quickly remediate cyberthreats without disruption of critical business assets. Learn more at www.Forescout.com.

Our Mission

To continuously identify, protect, and ensure the compliance of all cyber assets across the modern organisation.

Our Vision

A world where every cyber asset is seen, secure and compliant.

Our Cultural Values

One Team – We all work together, and we all win together.
Cyber Obsessed – We are curious about technology, innovative and passionate about solving problems.
Customer Driven – We listen, we learn, and we make it right.
Relentless – We're smart, determined, and find a way. We figure stuff out.
Collaborative, without Ego – No one succeeds alone. We strive to be the humble person that people want to work with.

Our DEI Statement

At Forescout, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of background, experiences, and perspectives leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision making. We strive to create an environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively promote equal opportunities and fair treatment for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. By embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we aspire to build a successful culture where we work together and win together as One Team.

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Forescout does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.  All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Forescout employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Employment Placement Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature.  No fee will be paid in the event.

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Forescout Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value and embrace diversity, equality, inclusion, and collaboration at the core of our “One Team” philosophy. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.